Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $150 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 22/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 362,744); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper: $150 vs $799
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1375
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $150 | $799 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi 12 by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $649. Redmi 12 is cheaper by $649.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (35/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 32 points (54/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.